Brock Bowers, George Kittle, Sam LaPorta Top NFL TE Rankings by Coaches, Execs

Brock Bowers, George Kittle, Sam LaPorta Top NFL TE Rankings by Coaches, Execs

After turning in arguably the best rookie year ever by a tight end, Brock Bowers has moved ahead of icons like George Kittle and Travis Kelce to be regarded as the best player at the position entering the 2025 season.

Who are the NFL's best tight ends? Execs, coaches and scouts help rank 2025's top 10

Execs, coaches, scouts and players from around the NFL ranked their top 10 tight ends in our annual summer series.

NFL Execs Disrespect Steelers Tight Ends in Latest Ranking

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth at practice on May 28, 2025. -- Ed Thompson / Steelers Now The Pittsburgh Steelers tight ends deserve more respect than what they are getting from around the league. The Pittsburgh Steelers have one of the best tight end duos in the NFL in Pat Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith following their blockbuster trade with the Miami Dolphins last month. However, they’re not getting the respect they deserve from thos…

Patriots’ Hunter Henry Earns Honorable Mention On ESPN Ranking

There is no denying Hunter Henry’s impact both on and off the field for the New England Patriots. And others have recognized this as well. On Friday, ESPN released its rankings for the top tight ends ahead of the 2025 season based on input from executives, coaches, and scouts. While Henry didn’t earn a spot in the top 10, he did receive an honorable mention. “He’s aging well because speed was never his game but he’s just a good player with sure …

NFL execs, coaches rank Sam LaPorta among best TEs: ‘He’s a stud’

An ESPN survey of NFL coaches, executives, and scouts reveal that Detroit Lions TE is top three at his position.